APA Specialist | Vodacom Vacancies

Vodacom Vacancies – APA Specialist Job Vacancies

The APA Specialist will also support compliance with IFRS and Group Policies, assist in the implementation and review of financial Policies and Procedures, SOX Controls, and other Internal Control Standards related to Asset accounting. The ideal candidate will possess excellent analytical and operational capabilities along with strong financial technical skills.

Accountable for ensuring accurate and comprehensive Opex-related accounting concerning site operations and maintenance at a site level. Responsible for managing and monitoring all ledger entries, month-end closure, and related reporting for Financial Year End.

Your Responsibilities:

General Ledger:

• Ensure completeness and accuracy of fixed asset accounts.
• Timely capitalization of capital projects.
• Monitor and review daily transactions.
• Review monthly depreciation postings.
• Collaborate with team members to monitor asset disposals and movements.
• Perform daily and monthly reconciliations.

Supervision and Coordination:

• Supervise Balance Sheet and sub-ledger reconciliations in MAST.
• Manage and resolve any exceptions and aged items on the reconciliations.
• Review various project-related templates, mainly on Excel, including reconciliation templates.
• Review applicable SOX controls effectively.

Reporting:

• Analyze reported data for key trends and anomalies; investigate exception reporting and resolve exceptions reported to senior management.
• Report monthly capital expenditure to Managers.
• Ensure timely and accurate identification and reporting of material risks and opportunities.
• Lead process enhancements and become a reporting process expert.
• Participate in technology upgrades and changes related to fixed asset accounting.

Month-End Closing (MEC) Daily:

• Ensure accuracy and completeness of operational expenditure through review of bi-monthly analysis.
• Ensure accuracy of depreciation and interest.
• Ensure additional journals and adjustments are accurately posted, including reallocation and intercompany journals.
• Review balance sheet reconciliations.
• Provide support to tax and other functions as required.
• Prepare month-end management reporting including Cost Center level reporting and Cashflow reporting.
• Ensure compliance with SOX controls.

Internal Control Environment:

• Support implementation of a strong control environment, ensuring compliance with relevant group policies.
• Assist in implementing appropriate SOX controls, internal controls, and compliance requirements surrounding the month-end close and reporting process.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

Technical/Professional Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2+ years of relevant experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or similar field.
• Technology and Telco experience would be advantageous.
• Strong working knowledge of Accounting principles.
• Excellent proficiency in MS Office, especially Advanced Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Familiarity with SAP ERP and HFM would be advantageous.

Core MAST Competency:

• Planning, Execution, and Quality Results.
• Communication, Teamwork & Collaboration.
• Judgement, Decision Making & Integrity.
• Ability to effectively engage with senior leadership team.
• Manage internal and external relationships with key stakeholders.

Benefits Offered:

• Enticing incentive programs, competitive benefit packages, and an exclusive 13th cheque.
• Retirement funds, risk benefits, and medical aid benefits.
• Cell phone and data benefits, discounted fiber connections, and exclusive staff discounts in collaboration with partner companies.